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Cover page of the Mak News Magazine February 2026. Produced by the Public Relations Office, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Cover page of the Mak News Magazine February 2026. Produced by the Public Relations Office, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak News Magazine: February 2026

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to this edition of Mak News Magazine, a publication that continues...
The Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu who represented the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports followed by Mace Bearer-Ms. Anthea Ampaire and the Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga makes her way into the Freedom Square. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu who represented the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports followed by Mace Bearer-Ms. Anthea Ampaire and the Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga makes her way into the Freedom Square. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Over 9,200 to graduate at Makerere University’s 76th Graduation
Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga share a light moment. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga share a light moment. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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76th Graduation Highlights
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (5th L) with DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th L), DVCFA-Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumps (3rd L), Dr. Amy Jamison (6th L), Dr. Jose Jackson-Malete (7th L) and members of Management after the meeting on 23rd February 2026. Makerere University selected to host the Africa Office of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), a significant milestone that underscores Makerere’s role in fostering research, innovation, and global collaborations across the continent, announced at a meeting of the University’s Central Management with an AAP delegation on 23rd February 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (5th L) with DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th L), DVCFA-Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumps (3rd L), Dr. Amy Jamison (6th L), Dr. Jose Jackson-Malete (7th L) and members of Management after the meeting on 23rd February 2026. Makerere University selected to host the Africa Office of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), a significant milestone that underscores Makerere’s role in fostering research, innovation, and global collaborations across the continent, announced at a meeting of the University’s Central Management with an AAP delegation on 23rd February 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Selected to Host Alliance for African Partnership Africa Office

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The SophiA Project facility at Buvuma Health Centre IV was officially commissioned by the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, represented by Dr. Julia Kigozi, Dean of the School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bio-engineering on 30th September 2025. Sustainable Off-Grid Solutions for Pharmacies and Hospitals in Africa (SophiA) Project facility at Buvuma Health Centre IV official commissioning by the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa represented by Dr. Julia Kigozi on 30th September 2025.
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Mak Launches SophiA Project Facility at Buvuma Health Centre IV

Introduction The Sustainable Off-Grid Solutions for Pharmacies and Hospitals in Africa (SophiA) is providing sustainable off-grid energy supplies and water...
Left to Right: MP Gulu City-Hon. Betty Achan, Acholi Chief Rwot Yusuf Adek, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs-Hon. Nobert Mao and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance & Administration)-Prof. Henry Arinaitwe during the convention on 14th December 2023. National convention to foster national conversation on floating populations, specifically the Aguu phenomenon, 14th December 2023, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, organised by CHUSS and Amani Institute.
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CHUSS Researchers Call for Review of Rules on Acquisition of National IDs to Address the Aguu Phenomenon in Northern Uganda
The Principal Investigator, Dr. Esther Katuura speaking at the Stakeholders' Consultation and Sensitization Workshop on the Nagoya Protocol and Curriculum Development held on December 12, 2023. Telepresence Center, Level 2, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Empowering ABS Professionals: Makerere University’s Triumph in Hosting a Successful Stakeholders’ Consultation & Sensitization Workshop on the Nagoya Protocol
Funding for international research - Royal Academy of Engineering.
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Funding for international research – Royal Academy of Engineering
The Dean of the School of Economics, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu (Front Row: 3rd Right) with the research team and participants that attended the dissemination workshop on December 13th 2023. “Promoting Domestic Tourism in Uganda, An Assessment of Economic Significance and Opportunities for Tourism Stakeholders in Uganda", Conference Hall, Level 2, School of Business, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Researchers call for more Govt. intervention to boost domestic tourism
Dr. Linda Nakalawa, Publishing Editor of the Special Issue (Standing) and other participants at the Workshop on 11th December 2023. Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Andrew Mellon Foundation-funded Center of Excellence in Research, Teaching and Learning (CERTL) in partnership with the Mawazo Journal Graduate Research Writing and Mentorship Workshop, 11th December 2023, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Creates Special Journal Issues to Expedite Graduate Publication
Dr. Jimmy Spire Ssentongo, Senior Lecturer, Makerere University, posing with Outstanding Human Rights Defender of the Year 2023 from the The Human Rights Defenders Impact Awards 2023.
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Dr. Jimmy Spire Ssentongo Gets Two Human Rights Defense Awards

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Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
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Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice
Moses Ntaro during his PhD Defense on 11th December 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Moses Ntaro, “Effect of Student Community Engagement on Open Defecation-Free Status,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Uganda has until 2030 to end Open Defecation as Ntaro’s PhD Examines Kabale’s Progress
Students of Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo, together with their supervisors from CAES, led by Prof. Fred Kabi (R), proudly showcase the soap they produced. Project to convert organic solid market waste (biodegradable garbage) into an industrial raw material for soap production by utilizing saprophagous Black Soldier Fly larvae (BSFL) to accumulate lipids and applying the scientific process of saponification by Senior Four students of Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo, February 2026, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Uganda Martyrs Namugongo Students Turn Organic Waste into Soap in an Innovative School Project on Sustainable Waste Management
The Karamojong traditional dance at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Annual Cultural Dinner on 13th February 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University annual cultural dinner to reconnect the Scholars community, share key Program updates, and create an inclusive space to strengthen belonging and engagement, 13th February 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars embrace and honour their rich cultural diversity
Makerere University School of Public Health Graduates First Cohort of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Short Course. Photo: ImageFX
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Makerere University School of Public Health Graduates First Cohort of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Short Course
The team from MakCSID led by Prof. Phinehas Tukamuhabwa (Principal Investigator, 2nd R) after the approval of MakSoy 7N by the National Variety Release Committee on 13th February 2026. National Variety Release Committee (NVRC) official approval of Maksoy 7N, the latest soybean variety developed by the Makerere University Centre for Soybean Improvement and Development (MAKCSID), Department of Crop Science and Horticulture, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences during committee’s 47th meeting at National Agricultural Research Laboratories (NARL), Kawanda, Wakiso, Uganda, East Africa on 13th February 2026
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Makerere University Researchers Release New Soybean Variety, MakSoy 7N
Some of the 28 PhD graduates from CAES. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES). Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CAES Presents Overall Best Performing Student in the Sciences & a Record 28 PhDs at the 76th Graduation Ceremony
Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance - General Duties (6thLeft), Hon. Beatrice Atim Anywar, Minister of State for Environment (5th Left), Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (4th Left) together with partner representatives in a group photo at the opening ceremony on 12th February 2026.
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Mak hosts First African Symposium on Natural Capital Accounting and Climate-Sensitive Macroeconomic Modelling
Olivia Nakisita holds a bouquet of flowers after defending her doctoral thesis on December 16, 2025. Photo by John Okeya Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Olivia Nakisita, “Maternal Health Services for Adolescent Refugees in Urban Settings in Uganda: Access, Utilisation, and Health Facility Readiness,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Olivia Nakisita and the Quiet Urgency of Adolescent Refugee Health
Climate variability and malaria incidence trends in Yumbe District, West Nile Sub-region of Uganda (2017–2021), by Lesley Rose Ninsiima, Rogers Musiitwa, Zaitune Nanyunja, James Muleme, Chris Maasaba, Twahiri Anule, and David Musoke, published February 2026 in Malaria Journal through Springer Nature Link by Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Climate variability found to shape malaria trends in Yumbe District

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Dr. Maggie Kigozi delivers the Commencement Speech on Day 2 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (CoVAB), the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and the School of Public Health (SPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Maggie Kigozi delivers the Commencement Speech on Day 2 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (CoVAB), the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and the School of Public Health (SPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Medical graduates urged to uphold Ethical values
Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,Prof. Nicholas Ozor, Rt. Hon. Daniel Kidega, Dr. Lorna Magara, Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, Ms. Anthea Ampaire and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga in the academic procession. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,Prof. Nicholas Ozor, Rt. Hon. Daniel Kidega, Dr. Lorna Magara, Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, Ms. Anthea Ampaire and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga in the academic procession. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Graduation marks the next phase of accountability, graduates told
A Student with visual impairment demostrating the use of assistive technology that was installed at University Disability Support Unit. Level 1, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A Student with visual impairment demostrating the use of assistive technology that was installed at University Disability Support Unit. Level 1, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Students empowered to thrive through the Semester
A group photo of the meeting attendees, with Prof. Daniel Branch and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the centre. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and University Management engagement with a delegation from the University of Warwick (UK) led by Prof. Daniel Branch, 13th February 2026, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A group photo of the meeting attendees, with Prof. Daniel Branch and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the centre. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and University Management engagement with a delegation from the University of Warwick (UK) led by Prof. Daniel Branch, 13th February 2026, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Strengthening Global Partnerships to Advance Research, Innovation, and Graduate Training: Makerere University Hosts Delegation from the University of Warwick
The Karamojong traditional dance at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Annual Cultural Dinner on 13th February 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University annual cultural dinner to reconnect the Scholars community, share key Program updates, and create an inclusive space to strengthen belonging and engagement, 13th February 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Karamojong traditional dance at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Annual Cultural Dinner on 13th February 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University annual cultural dinner to reconnect the Scholars community, share key Program updates, and create an inclusive space to strengthen belonging and engagement, 13th February 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars embrace and honour their rich cultural diversity
A section of Support Staff that attended the training in the Yusuf Lule Auditorium. Safeguarding and Inclusion training for support staff held February 2026 in the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility (CTF) Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A section of Support Staff that attended the training in the Yusuf Lule Auditorium. Safeguarding and Inclusion training for support staff held February 2026 in the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility (CTF) Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Support Staff Trained to Promote Safety of Students and Stakeholders

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Bushirah Nakulima a Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) student who will be graduating with a CGPA of 4.58 on February 25, 2026 looks at a transcript. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) degree profiles, 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH Environmental Health Graduates Trained to Prevent Disease at Its Source

In most health systems, attention turns to illness after it appears in clinics and hospitals. Environmental Health works earlier, often...
Philliph Acaye, ahead of Makerere University’s 76th Graduation Ceremony scheduled for 24-27 February 2026. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) degree profiles, Philliph Acaye, 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Philliph Acaye, ahead of Makerere University’s 76th Graduation Ceremony scheduled for 24-27 February 2026. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) degree profiles, Philliph Acaye, 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Philliph Acaye and the Making of Uganda’s Environmental Health Workforce
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Moses Ntaro during his PhD Defense on 11th December 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Moses Ntaro, “Effect of Student Community Engagement on Open Defecation-Free Status,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Uganda has until 2030 to end Open Defecation as Ntaro’s PhD Examines Kabale’s Progress
Olivia Nakisita holds a bouquet of flowers after defending her doctoral thesis on December 16, 2025. Photo by John Okeya Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Olivia Nakisita, “Maternal Health Services for Adolescent Refugees in Urban Settings in Uganda: Access, Utilisation, and Health Facility Readiness,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Olivia Nakisita and the Quiet Urgency of Adolescent Refugee Health
Some of the equipment used to store samples at the Makerere University Biomedical Research Centre (MakBRC), College of Health Sciences (CHS). Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Call for Applications: Short Course in Molecular Diagnostics March 2026
Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Phillip Wanduru, “Intrapartum-Related Adverse Perinatal Outcomes: Burden, Consequences, and Models of Care from Studies in Eastern Uganda,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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When Birth Becomes the Most Dangerous Moment, Wanduru & the Work of Making Labour Safer
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Study Alert: Power in Her Hands; Why Self-Injectable Contraception May Be a Game Changer for Women’s Agency in Uganda
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How Jimmy Osuret Turned Childhood Trauma into Evidence for Safer School Crossings
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Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
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Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice

On the morning of Friday, February 27, when the academic procession winds its way across Makerere University’s Freedom Square for...
DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation
Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR). Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR).
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Ugandan Journalists Trained on Peace and Gender-Sensitive Reporting Ahead of 2026 Elections
College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) invests over UGX 100 million in acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art interactive smart screens, marking a major step in strengthening digital teaching and learning at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Invests Over UGX 100 Million in Interactive Smart Screens, Upgrades Teaching Infrastructure
A section of the officer in a group photo at the entrance of the School of Social Sciences, Makerere University. More than 130 cadet officers from Uganda Military Academy (UMA) in Kasambya orientation on library use and access to electronic resources as part of preparations for the Bachelor’s Degree in Defence Studies, 20th November 2025, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Over 130 Cadet Officers Oriented on Library Use at Makerere University
Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (4th Left) and Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (3rd Left) with Left to Right: Prof. Josephine Ahikire, Prof. Robert Wamala, Prof. Andrew Ellias State, Assoc. Prof. Edgar Nabutanyi, Dr. Pamela Khanakwa, Mr. Tom Tibaijuka with a dummy of the book "Reclaiming Learning" at the event on 11th December 2025. College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) on 11th December 2025 celebrated the launch of five scholarly books, marking a significant milestone in the College’s contribution to academic research and discourse, Senior Common Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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College of Humanities and Social Sciences Launches Five Groundbreaking Publications
Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (Left) and Prof. Ruth Nsibirano (Right) show off the book at the launch. Makerere University Press launch of highly anticipated book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa”, Edited by Professor Paul Bukuluki and Dr. Daphine Agaba Kabagambe. November 2025, Golf Course Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Press launches a Groundbreaking Book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa,” Sparking a New Era of Collaborative Action for Gender Equality in the Region
Hon. Norbert Mao (Centre) flanked by Hon. Loice Biira Bwambale (To his Left), Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (To his Right), Hon. Hope Mwesigye (4th Right) and other officials at the Conference on 19th November 2025. World Philosophy Day celebrations 19th–20th November 2025, organized by the Department of Philosophy, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) in collaboration with the School of Law, UNESCO and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung under the theme: “30 Years of the 1995 Constitution: Gains, Pitfalls and Prospects.” Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Hon. Mao Urges African States to Institutionalise Accountability in Governance
Left to Right: Prof. Gorretti Nassanga, Dr. John Baptist Imokola, Ms. Harriet Sebaana, Dr. Wilson Kaija, Dr. Aisha Nakiwala, Dr. Charlotte Ntulume and other colleagues lay a wreath on Dr. Brian Semujju's casket in St. Francis Chapel on 5th August 2025. Funeral service in honour of Dr. Brian Semujju-Senior Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Communication, School of Languages Literature and Communication, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), 5th August 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Brian Semujju: A Bright Burning Torch Extinguished
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under Harnessing Health Data Science capacity to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and response to the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in Uganda (H-DATA) training grant, funded by the NIH through Fogarty International Center (Grant Number D43TW013056). A collaborative effort of multiple principal investigators from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa and University of California, San Francisco, USA.
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA

Program overview The Harnessing Health Data Science capacity to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and response to the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in...
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International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa. Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa.
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Makerere University Launches Knowledge-Sharing Platform to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
A photo moment of the attending delegation from Tsinghua University and some members of Top Management. Makerere University high-level meeting between Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and a delegation from Tsinghua University’s Hefei Institute for Public Safety Research, one of China’s leading centres of excellence in disaster prevention, public safety, and emergency management led by Dean Prof. Huan HongYong, Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Explores Strategic Partnership with Tsinghua University in Safety Science, Disaster Resilience and Public Health
RMIT University Australia's Centre for African Engagement (CAE). Photo: ImageFX - Photorealistic
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RMIT Centre for African Engagement (CAE) PhD Scholarships
Collaborative study by Makerere University and the Ministry of Public Service titled “Impact of Salary Enhancement on the Performance of Secondary School Teachers in Uganda,” was funded by the Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF), handover of report by Dr. Cyprian Misinde, Director Quality Assurance to Minister Hon. Wilson Muruli Mukasa, 13th November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University and Ministry of Public Service Study Reveals Impact of Salary Enhancement on Teacher Performance in Uganda
Prof. Vukosi Marivate delivers the Third Keynote Address on Day 2 of the 5th ARUA Biennial International Conference on 30th October 2025. Day 2 of the 5th African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Biennial International Conference on Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, October 30, 2025 hosted by Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Grassroots to Global Stage: African Scholars Map the Future of AI
The Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Information, Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza has officially opened the 5th African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Biennial International Conference on Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, held on October 29, 2025 hosted by Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Africa’s Future through Research and AI: Makerere Hosts ARUA 5th Biennial Conference
Dr. Jackson Efitre, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Zoology, Entomology, and Fisheries Sciences, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak-CoNAS Wins CAD 0.8 Million Grant to Scale-up Fish Processing Technologies & Empower Women in Uganda
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